Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
look-on
verb
/ˈlʊk.ɒn/
Definition
To observe or watch something without participating in it.
Examples
- While everyone was dancing, she just chose to look-on from the side.
- During the game, a few friends decided to look-on instead of joining in.
Meaning
The term ‘look-on’ refers to the act of watching or being a spectator in a situation without taking part or intervening. It often implies a passive role where one simply observes events or actions happening around them.
Synonyms
- witness
- observe
- watch
- gawk
- stare
